During these last twelve or so weeks of school, my sons will still be doing daily writing, but the topics will come from either social studies or science. Last night the boys saw the first fireflies of the season, a few weeks earlier than normal.
Peter was ecstatic: "Jesus really blessed us! We didn't have to wait so long this year! Can you believe it, Mommy?"
When assigning writing topics I try to think of what has happened lately, and what the boys seem most excited about or interested in. Last week it was robins' nests, robin reproductive facts, and the nurturing habits of Mom and Pop robin.
Today, I didn't even have to think twice about a topic. Fireflies!
"Today I want you to do some research and write some paragraphs about fireflies. In your details, I would like you to include three facts about fireflies, and three things you enjoy about them."
We found this website, which I know your kiddos will enjoy. Be sure and read all those firefly jokes! Hilarious. Also read about how your child can get involved in an official firefly count.
We also found this site, rich in facts, including that fireflies are endangered (due to light pollution and development, both of which encroach on their mating practices and habitats). Sad. Just sad. Read about how you can help.
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Can you believe my Paul broke out in hives again tonight, about the same time (before-bed storytime)? He ate bittersweet chocolate two hours after a dinner of sloppy joes, baked potato, chocolate milk, and raisins (remember he is picky). Weird. What a mystery.
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